Mazda CX-9 2017: Affordable 7-seater car

The CX-9 is Mazda's largest family crossover, with seating for seven in three rows. Prices start at $32,000.

Despite being the company's largest crossover, the CX-9 is only equipped with a 2.5-liter Skyactiv 4-cylinder engine with a maximum capacity of 250 horsepower. This number is quite modest compared to the V6 engines on rival models such as the Honda Pilot or Ford Explorer. This is something customers often complain about with the CX-9.

The CX-9 is Mazda's largest model. Photo: Autoweek.

However, the small engine is fuel-efficient, consuming only 12.3 liters of fuel per 100 km. Together with the CX-3 and CX-5, the CX-9 completes the final piece of the Mazda crossover segment.

The CX-9 has a very reasonable price, only 32,000 USD for the standard version. If fully equipped with options, the price increases to 45,000 USD.

With its large size, the CX-9 aims at American and European customers, who prefer spacious, convenient and fuel-efficient cars. The CX-9 is very suitable for families living in the suburbs.

The car has 7 spacious and luxurious seats. Photo: Mazda.

In terms of design, the CX-9 has very sharp lines. It can be said that Mazda has the most beautiful mid-range car designs on the market. Another plus point in terms of design is the playful design language, clearly shown in the radiator grille like a smiling face.

If the 2.5-liter Skyactiv engine is a minus point, the 6-speed gearbox can respond quite well to the acceleration ability despite the large body. Acceleration time from 0-100 km/h in 7 seconds, not too fast but not too slow for this large crossover.

The body is designed in the sharp Kodo language. Photo: Autoweek.

Inside the cabin, passengers can enjoy the journey in comfortable leather heated seats and a 12-speaker Bose system. The third row is only suitable for children or small people because the space behind is quite cramped. If you fold the third row and store the items, you can carry quite a lot.

Mazda CX-9 is also equipped with many supports such as blind spot warning system, intelligent emergency brake warning.

In short, the Mazda CX-9 is a crossover worth buying under $50,000. Although Mazda was not considered a worthy competitor to Honda or Toyota in the past, the CX-9 has now become a real force.

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